u/mimhutch

I’m considering getting tested and am weighing the different options I have. I like the idea of going to a Center of Excellence (I live about 45-60 min away from one) to have all the extra support, but our finances are tight. HD Genetics is less of a financial burden, but getting results virtually and not getting the extra specialists, etc. wouldn’t be as ideal. Is it worth it to go through a Center of Excellence? Or do people have good experiences with HD Genetics? Curious to hear others’ experiences/thoughts. Thanks!

Hello! I’m new to sewing. I was gifted a Sears Kenmore model 158.13150. I cannot for the life of me figure out tension. I’ve been practicing with white thread on top and red bobbin thread (both same type of thread), and the red bobbin thread peaks through no matter what the tension is. I’ve done all the things…adjusted top thread tension, adjusted the bobbin tension, quadruple checked that everything is threaded correctly and with the presser foot up, switched threads to see if that was the issue, experimented with different stitch lengths, replaced the needle, etc.

No matter what, I see the bobbin thread poking through. And if I don’t, the top thread looks too loose and almost loopy in places. Do I just accept defeat and decide not to care because I’ll be using the same color thread for top and bobbin on my project anyway??

I’ll gladly accept any suggestions!